Arnold to Jonesboro: Road Trip Guide & Distance

179.9 miles 289.5 km · straight line
224.9 miles estimated 361.9 km · driving distance
4h 31min estimated drive time
$22 - $27 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
186° S bearing direction

How far is Arnold from Jonesboro?

The distance from Arnold to Jonesboro is 179.9 miles (289.5 km) as the crow flies. Jonesboro is located S of Arnold. By car, the driving distance is approximately 224.9 miles, taking about 4h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United States — Arnold in Missouri and Jonesboro in Arkansas.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Arnold and Jonesboro. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Arnold to Jonesboro

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 31min $22 - $27 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 25min $18–$34* Budget
Train ~4h 17min $27–$79* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Arnold & Jonesboro

Quick Facts

Arnold
38.43°N, 90.38°W
America/Chicago
184m elevation
Jonesboro
35.84°N, 90.70°W
America/Chicago
99m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 60 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 138.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients